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The Art of Breathing: I Failed the Breathalyser Test in My Workplace. What Now?

04 September 2023,  Bridgeton Petoors

For years, breathalyser tests were a primary method to determine whether employees tested positive for alcohol. These results have been... used by employers to sanction employees if the tests were positive. But what happens when an employee claims that a positive result on a breathalyser test is incorrect and still gets dismissed? The recent judgment of Samancor Chrome v Willemse demonstrates an employee's options should they believe that the positive result is incorrect and therefore, aren’t liable nor deserve any sanction – especially one of dismissal.

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The truth about driving under the influence (DUI)

03 August 2023,  Darryl Gantana

Uncover the truth about driving under the influence in South Africa. Learn about the strict laws, legal limits, and severe... penalties for offenders. Find out how to estimate your blood-alcohol concentration and make responsible choices for safer roads. This is your guide to prioritising your safety and the safety of others, helping you avoid the devastating consequences of drunk driving.

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South Africa’s New Zero-tolerance Drunk Driving Law

29 June 2020

Gone are the days of stopping by a friend’s house for a glass of wine before heading home? May an... ambulance or police vehicle legally run a red traffic light, and at what speed may they do so? This article discusses the changes proposed by the new National Road Traffic Amendment Bill to the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1996.

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Alcohol (mis)use at work functions

09 February 2016

At our recent work function for company staff at a private outside venue, a few of the staff members had... too much to drink and became loud, inappropriate and even offensive, to the point where a number of the other staff members left the function early. Afterwards a number of staff complained to me about the conduct of these staff members. How do I manage this and avoid similar situations arising at the next function?

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Sorry sir, no wine tonight!

11 September 2014

Ever been to your favourite restaurant and ordered a beer or a glass of wine, only to be told “Sorry,... unfortunately we cannot serve alcohol at this time as we are still awaiting renewal of our liquor license!” Unfortunately, this scenario happens quite often, leaving patrons dry-mouthed and wondering why the restaurant has not renewed their liquor license. The application for or renewal of a liquor license can however be a complex process and one that should be undertaken timeously to avoid situations such as these. Herewith some basic information for existing or prospective restaurateurs, pub, club or tavern owners.

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The new Control of Marketing of Alcohol Beverages Bill

30 September 2013

More than half of the country's road deaths occur as a result of alcohol abuse according to the Department of... Transport. Social Development Minister, Bathabile Dlamini, has said that South Africa has some of the highest foetal alcohol syndrome figures in the world. And this is to name but a few of the issues we are currently facing in South Africa due to the misuse of alcohol. The draft Control of Marketing of Alcohol Beverages Bill is yet to be gazetted for comment although most have already expressed their opinion on the proposed Bill despite very little information being available regarding its scope and impact.

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